Sylvia's

Why are we called Sylvia's you ask? Sylvia's Common Ground is named to honor the memory of Sylvia Fein Farber. This gathering place was given by her daughter, University of Dubuque Trustee Susan R. Farber. Sylvia Farber, an avid reader who always had a book at her side, started her day in the kitchen, coffee in hand, working crossword puzzles. Neighbors and friends were always welcome in Sylvia's kitchen as they are at this coffee house. Sylvia's has become one of the busiest spots on the UD campus. Especially popular as a destination for baked goods, the campus community particularly enjoys relaxing and eating their afternoon snack on the patio adjoining the Stoltz-Myers Plaza.

What's Cookin'

Our coffee beans are purchased from a small company known as Alakef Coffee in Duluth, Mn. They are a fair-trade coffee roaster and provide us with the best quality beans possible. We grind the beans ourselves right before brewing a pot and use filtered water in the brewing process. This enables us to provide you with fresh, full flavored coffee. Come join us for a cup!